How do young people in other countries react to Australia's social media ban?

(CLO) Australia's landmark decision to enact a law banning people under 16 from using social networks is a test that has attracted global attention.

As many countries grapple with the impact of social media on young people's mental health, the move has the potential to set an important precedent.

In Mumbai, India, young people's views reflect a balance between opportunity and risk. Pratigya Jena, 19, believes the solution does not lie in an absolute ban: "Social media should be partially banned, because in my opinion, nothing is absolutely black or white."

Meanwhile, in Berlin, Germany, the discussion focused on the psychological impact and body image. Luna Drewes, 13, saw the positive side: "It's actually a good thing in some ways, because social media often portrays a certain image of what people should look like."

Australia's social media ban for people under 16 is controversial.

In Lagos, Nigeria, the debate reflects a tug-of-war between empathy and the affirmation of generational identity. Mitchelle Okinedo, 15, understands the government ’s reasoning because students “are easily distracted,” but she insists: “…we were born with it… and I don’t think it’s something I want to stop.” Her mother, Hannah Okinedo, 50, supports the ban because parents “don’t have time to supervise their children all day.”

In Mexico City, In Mexico, social media is seen as a double-edged tool. For 11-year-old Aranza Gomez, it is indispensable: "To be honest, I would feel sad." Santiago Ramirez Rojas, 16, emphasizes the role of individuality: "Social media is very important today to express yourself." But he also warns of real dangers such as kidnapping and the vulnerability of young children.

Even in Australia, where the policy originated, opinions remain deeply divided. Layton Lewis, 15, is skeptical: "I don't think the government really knows what they're doing." His mother, Emily Lewis, on the other hand, hopes the law will help children build "better, more authentic" relationships through face-to-face interactions.

These varied responses suggest there is no global consensus. They reflect a stark tension between parents’ desire to protect their young and the digital-age generation’s need to connect and express their identity.

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